Kitchen valances — those mini-curtains hanging out at the tops of kitchen windows — were all the rage from the 1970s through the 1990s. The '90s versions were often rather big and ballooning (my mom, ...

When designing a kitchen, the hard surfaces tend to take priority. Countertop materials, cabinetry, and appliances are what help your kitchen perform to the max. But don't overlook the decorative ...